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Your tourguide will pick you up from your hotel and we will travel Route 1 South to the Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory Tower, the tallest bridge observatory in the world! On the same site, high on the banks of the Penobscot River, is Maine's fully intact Fort Knox. The historic Cadillac granite fort is open for your exploration. We'll bring flashlights for the dark spaces! It's an amazing place for kids of all ages! From here we can continue south on Route 1 to Belfast, Maine. Free from the crowds of Bar Harbor, this historic fishing port has a unique life all it's own. Go to mainstreetmaine.org/belfast for more info on the belfast waterfront. The wharf walk and walking bridge, restaurants, shops, and more, right there on the Belfast waterfront. On the way are multiple choices for other stops including an old quarry, an island beach trail, Fort Point Lighthouse, Searsport Maritime Museum, and more! This trip can start earlier or later, and end when you want (up to 9 hours).
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
All tours may begin/end at your preferred location on Mount Desert Island within a reasonable distance of the tour’s start/finish. Common starting points include your local lodging, campgrounds, local marinas/ports, Agamont Park in Bar Harbor, and the Hulls Cove Visitor Center.
Itinerary
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1
Tallest bridge observatory tower in the world. 360 degree panoramas of the surrounding areas!
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Fort Knox Historic Site
Fort Knox was established in 1844 to protect the Penobscot River Valley against a possible future British naval incursion. Come explore the fort and discover this treasure of Maine and United States history. The Fort Knox Historic Site features one of the best-preserved examples of coastal defense fortifications constructed in the mid-1800s. It is America's first fort named after Major General Henry Knox.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Historic lighthouse on site of historic fort and oceanfront state park.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
See the widow walks of the historic sea captains' Victorian homes of seaside Searsport. Visit the Maritime Museum, check out the unique Main Street shops, or explore the coast.
Admission ticket free -
4
One of the best kept secrets on the coast! Visit Belfast's fully accessible waterfront with it's unique shops, restaurants, pier, and amazing walking bridge!
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
If you want to take a side adventure to an amazing old quarry in the Maine countryside, just up the Penobscot River is the Mt. Waldo Quarry. Follow the old quarry road (steep, wide path, no climbing, but a steep ascent.) up the mountain for 1 mile, and discover a piece of Maine's past left behind on top of Mt. Waldo. Follow the loop trail all the way around the quarry for some awesome photo opportunities. Enjoy the incredible views, and an unforgettable experience!
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Historic coastal village. Home of Maine Maritime Academy.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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